As director of Software Project Management, she oversees 110 people and the development and testing of software for 228 customer part releases in six locations around the world. While she is responsible for making presentations to customers, she also mentors her team members.

“I am not sure where Rhita summons the extra willpower to always keep the team moving,” said Robert Haase, a technical fellow at Harman.

Boufelliga is also Workplace Committee head of the Harman Women’s Network, which partners with the community to recruit women and girls into STEAM fields.

“Rhita provides outstanding work and support for the Harman Diversity and Inclusion initiative,” said Dr. Parinaz Sayyah, senior engineer, Harman International. “She has volunteered many hours to help support this program that included recruitment activities and guest speakers with topics around communication, leadership and influencing skills. She has been a great support resource and advocate for issues that are important to women. She is indeed a role model.”

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